Tee Higgins Active For Week 17

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (ankle/knee) is officially active for Saturday afternoon's matchup against the Denver Broncos. Higgins remained a limited participant throughout practice the week but carried a questionable tag heading into the weekend. Over his past five contests, the Clemson product has averaged a stellar 18.3 […]

Branden Carlson Won’t Face Charlotte Saturday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (concussion) is unavailable for Saturday's contest with the Charlotte Hornets due to a left-ankle sprain. Carlson is set to miss his sixth straight game but he might return on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Five days ago, the Oklahoma City Thunder announced that Carlson sustained a concussion during team […]

Isaac Guerendo Expected To Play On Monday Night

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Isaac Guerendo (hamstring/foot) is expected to play on Monday evening. The rookie running back was unable to suit up last weekend and has logged two limited practice sessions earlier this week. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on his status on Saturday's […]

Is Tua Tagovailoa Hurt or Healthy? Injury Update for Fantasy Football Week 17 (2024)

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (hip) had a very nice stretch of games from Week 11 to Week 14, scoring more than 20 fantasy points in each of those games. He didn't throw a single interception and logged 11 passing scores over that span. Since then, he's seemingly regressed, and scored 6.8 in Week 15 […]

Ja'Tavion Sanders Not A Viable Option In Week 17

Carolina Panthers rookie tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders is not a viable option in Week 17 when he faces the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Over his past three contests, Sanders has seen just two targets across and did not bring in any of them. However, earlier in the season, Sanders saw a solid 4.1 targets per game, […]

Is Anthony Richardson Injured Or Playing In Week 17? Should I Start Joe Flacco For Fantasy Football?

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson had high expectations entering the 2024 season. Unfortunately, the second-year pro has struggled on the field and for fantasy players. Richardson is the QB23 for the year, averaging 14.8 fantasy points per game. The former Florida star has had over 200 passing yards in only 27.3% of the games this […]

Cason Wallace Out Versus Hornets

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Cason Wallace (quad) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. This is the first game of Wallace's career that he'll miss, snapping an incredible 111-game streak. He's set to return on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Wallace is one of several guards ruled out for the […]

Kawhi Leonard Likely To Return In January

Los Angeles Clippers small forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is targeting his return to the court on January 4 against the Hawks. Leonard has joined the squad's practice sessions and while the team will be out of town, he will practice with the San Diego Clippers. He's yet to play a game for the Los Angeles […]

Should I Start Tyreek Hill in Week 17? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

It's been one of the least fun experiences in fantasy football this season to have Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (wrist) on rosters. He's the WR19 on the season, and while he's played through a wrist injury and injuries to his starting quarterback, that's seriously disappointing. More shocking has been the string of single-digit […]

Paolo Banchero Getting Closer To Return

Orlando Magic power forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) will not suit up for Saturday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. However, he has been making significant strides toward a return from a core-muscle injury. It's been exactly eight weeks since the Magic forward was diagnosed with a torn right oblique. Before his injury, Banchero averaged 29 points, […]

Tony Pollard Downgraded To Out

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (ankle/illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Pollard was unable to practice all week due to an ankle injury and came down with the flu on Saturday. It was reported earlier that Pollard was not going […]

David Moore A Desperation Flex Play In Week 17

Carolina Panthers wide receiver David Moore should be viewed as a desperation flex option in deeper formats in Week 17 when he faces the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While he has seen a solid 6.2 targets per game over his past four contests, Moore has only averaged 3.2 receptions per game. During this span he has […]

Mike Boone (RB, CAR) – Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 17

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14-Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 1% of Yahoo Leagues ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers running back Mike Boone has barely seen the field on offense this season. He is the RB122 for the year, averaging 0.6 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. The veteran running back has three rushing attempts for 15 yards and […]

Jalen Coker Projects To Be Risky Flex In Week 17

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker projects to be a risky flex option in deeper formats in a Week 17 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Last weekend, Coker caught only two of his five targets for a mere eight yards. However, in Week 15, Coker tallied 110 yards and a score on four receptions. […]

Onyeka Okongwu Still Out On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (knee) remains out for Saturday's meeting with the Miami Heat. He'll now miss his fifth consecutive contest because of left knee inflammation, so it's anyone's guess when he will be healthy enough to return. With Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) and Dyson Daniels (illness) also sidelined, the Hawks will need to go […]

Dyson Daniels Sick On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (illness) won't play on Saturday against the Heat. The 21-year-old is having the best season of his career, averaging 13.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.1 steals. Hopefully, the illness he's dealing with won't keep him off the floor moving ahead. However, with Onyeka Okongwu (knee) and Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) also […]

Christian Gonzalez Ruled Out With Concussion

According to the team, New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game versus the visiting Los Angeles Chargers in Week 17 due to a concussion. Gonzalez suffered the head injury during the second quarter. Before exiting, the 22-year-old tallied one solo tackle. Defensive back Jonathan Jones […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Ruled Out Versus Miami

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) won't play in Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. The veteran has already missed 17 games this season, including the Hawks' previous two contests because of left lower leg contusion. Not only has he been plagued by various injuries this season, he's also averaging a career-low 11.3 points. But […]

Tony Pollard Battling Illness, Not Traveling With Team

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (ankle, illness) has the flu, which could put him in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Fowler noted that Pollard will not travel with the team. In addition, Pollard was unable to practice all week with an ankle injury but […]

Trae Young Will Play On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) will play on Saturday versus Miami. Young has been plagued by various ailments during the season. However, he's only missed two games. The 26-year-old is averaging 22.0 points during the 2024-25 campaign, the second-worst mark of his career. Fortunately, he has averaged a career-high 12.1 assists. As such, Young […]

Anthony Richardson Ruled Out For Week 17

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (back/foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Giants. Richardson was unable to participate in practice all week and will set his sights on returning in Week 18 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. As a result, veteran Joe Flacco will get […]

Tua Tagovailoa Downgraded To Doubtful

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (hip) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's match against the Cleveland Browns. Tagovailoa was initially listed as questionable on Friday's final injury report after logging three straight limited sessions during the week. Schefter noted that Tagovailoa is still pushing to play, but if […]

Drake Maye Returns To Saturday's Game

According to the New England Patriots, rookie quarterback Drake Maye (head) has returned to Saturday's game. Maye left the field after their first offensive drive after taking a hard hit to the head. He was seen in the blue medical tent and eventually went to the locker room. However, Maye was able to return and […]

Mets Made Offer To Teoscar Hernandez

Before outfielder Teoscar Hernandez re-signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers for three years and $66 million this week, the New York Mets offered him a two-year contract, according to a source. The move would have been a big addition for the Mets after they already landed superstar outfielder Juan Soto, and it likely would have […]

Drake Maye Questionable To Return On Saturday

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (head) is questionable to return to Saturday's clash with the Los Angeles Chargers. The signal-caller didn't last long before taking a hard shot, completing his only pass attempt for one yard. With the Patriots not going anywhere near the postseason, it may not make sense for Maye to return, […]

EPL Betting Picks and Game Previews for Matchday 19: English Premier League

The EPL season rolls on, and we're bringing you our weekly article, which looks at betting picks and predictions for all games. Matchday 19 kicks off on Sunday, December 29, with Manchester City visiting Leicester City. It culminates on Wednesday, January 1, when Brentford hosts Arsenal. Every week, we'll offer a preview of all the […]

Padres Re-Sign Logan Gillaspie To Minor-League Deal

The San Diego Padres have signed right-hander Logan Gillaspie to a minor-league deal. Gillaspie will return to the Friars after appearing nine times in relief for the team in 2024, allowing nine earned runs on 15 hits (two home runs) while walking none and striking out seven in only 11 1/3 innings pitched. The 27-year-old […]

Antonio Gibson To Start Over Rhamondre Stevenson On Saturday

New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said on the radio that running back Antonio Gibson will start over Rhamondre Stevenson in the Week 17 contest against the visiting Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday. It shouldn't come as much of a surprise given Stevenson's fumbling issues. Stevenson only played 32 of the team's 73 plays […]

Bryce Young A QB2 With Upside In Week 17 Against Bucs

Carolina Panthers second-year quarterback Bryce Young has looked much better late in the season after being benched early on for veteran Andy Dalton. While Young is on the rise heading into a Week 17 divisional matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, he'll be without star running back Chuba Hubbard (calf, knee), who was […]

Buccaneers Sign Shaquil Barrett

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed free-agent outside linebacker Shaquil Barrett on Friday. Barrett will be joining Tampa's 53-man active roster on Saturday in his return to the team. The 32-year-old veteran linebacker played with the Buccaneers from 2019-2023 and was named to two Pro Bowls in his tenure with the organization. He is unlikely to […]